The History Of The Abacus
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 2nd pr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some marks on boards. Some foxing on prelims and book block. Internally sound, clean text.
This scholarly work chronicles the fascinating evolution of the abacus, tracing its origins from ancient civilizations to its diverse forms across various cultures. J.M. Pullan meticulously details the instrument's profound influence on mathematical thought and computational practices throughout history. The narrative presents a comprehensive account of how this ingenious device shaped early numerical systems and facilitated complex calculations. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the abacus's enduring legacy and its pivotal role in the advancement of human ingenuity. The History Of The Abacus illustrates the intricate journey of a fundamental tool that underpinned centuries of scientific and commercial progress.
Author: J. M. Pullan
Format: Hardback
Published: 1970, PRAEGER PUBLISHERS
Edition: 2nd pr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some marks on boards. Some foxing on prelims and book block. Internally sound, clean text.
This scholarly work chronicles the fascinating evolution of the abacus, tracing its origins from ancient civilizations to its diverse forms across various cultures. J.M. Pullan meticulously details the instrument's profound influence on mathematical thought and computational practices throughout history. The narrative presents a comprehensive account of how this ingenious device shaped early numerical systems and facilitated complex calculations. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the abacus's enduring legacy and its pivotal role in the advancement of human ingenuity. The History Of The Abacus illustrates the intricate journey of a fundamental tool that underpinned centuries of scientific and commercial progress.